Spirit Of Soccer
Spirit Of Soccer is a UK/USA registered children's charity which educates children in conflict and post conflict regions of the world about the dangers posed by landmines through football coaching clinics. Over 270,000 children have been taught by our specially trained local coaches on how to "Bend it like Beckham" and the killing range of a fragmentation mine or cluster bomb.
Activities & Mission
Spirit Of Soccer is a UK/USA registered children's charity which educates children in conflict and post conflict regions of the world about the dangers posed by landmines through football coaching clinics. Over 270,000 children have been taught by our specially trained local coaches on how to "Bend it like Beckham" and the killing range of a fragmentation mine or cluster bomb.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 51% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 90% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,504,331 | £1,417,535 | £1,417,535 | £210,928 | £0 | 0 / 10 |
| 2024 | £1,455,368 | £1,445,438 | £0 | £127,132 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,513,123 | £1,454,945 | £0 | £117,202 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,124,413 | £1,168,576 | £1,168,576 | £59,024 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £802,453 | £699,266 | £699,266 | £103,187 | £0 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Spirit Of Soccer
What does Spirit Of Soccer do?
Spirit Of Soccer is a UK/USA registered children's charity which educates children in conflict and post conflict regions of the world about the dangers posed by landmines through football coaching clinics. Over 270,000 children have been taught by our specially trained local coaches on how to "Bend it like Beckham" and the killing range of a fragmentation mine or cluster bomb.
How much income did Spirit Of Soccer report in 2025?
Spirit Of Soccer reported total income of £1.50m and reported expenditure of £1.42m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Spirit Of Soccer?
Spirit Of Soccer has a program ratio of 94.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 51% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Spirit Of Soccer registered as a charity?
Spirit Of Soccer was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 June 1997 as charity number 1062756. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Spirit Of Soccer?
Spirit Of Soccer is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is TREVOR TOULMIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Spirit Of Soccer operate?
Spirit Of Soccer operates across 5 areas, including Cambodia, Colombia, Iraq and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Spirit Of Soccer a registered charity?
Yes — Spirit Of Soccer is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1062756.
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